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BioLite 425 vs Petzl Iko Core

What 425 does better (0) and where Iko Core wins (1) — every spec side by side.

BioLite 425
BioLite · 2023425
5.0Score
0 advantages≈ $55
vs
Petzl Iko Core
Petzl · 2020Iko Core
5.2Score
1 advantage≈ $60
Higher score
4.7Brightness & throw5.2
5.2Battery & charging4.3

Why is 425 better than Iko Core?

425 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is Iko Core better than 425?

  1. Maximum output425 lm vs 500 lm+18%
Specifications

Side by side

BioLite 425BioLite 425≈ $555.0
Petzl Iko CorePetzl Iko Core≈ $605.2
Light output
Maximum output425 lm500 lm
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—Built-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Battery capacity—1,250 mAh
Maximum runtime60 h—
Rechargeable—Yes
USB-C chargingYes—
Charging time—3 h
Battery level indicatorYesYes
Build & durability
Water protection (IPx)IPx4—
Body materialPlastic / polymer—
Size & weight
Weight78 g79 g
Modes & features
Colours—Black
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